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Pathways: United Way eNews, December 2009








This is the December edition of Pathways, United Way's e-newsletter. You've received this message based on your recent support of United Way. 
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Keep Families Warm, Safe and Fed
 
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Many people in our community are facing dark times this holiday season: hunger, abuse and homelessness are on the rise.
 
This season, you can light the way for people in need. Visit WarmSafeFed.org for enlightening gift ideas that give twice and a customizable electronic greeting card for your family and friends.
 
 
Now is the time to give what you can.
Please help us keep all families in our community warm, safe and fed this season. Thank you for giving generously to light the way.
 














healthNonpartisan Healthcare Forum a Great Success 

Healthcare Forum 2009Our Healthcare Forum on December 2 brought stakeholders from all sides of the issue to the University of Minnesota to discuss the community consequences when people lack health insurance and how we can all work together to create solutions.
 
Please visit our United Front Website for a full event recap, photos and video.  







 LU2009LIVE UNITED in 2009
 
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The year may be winding down, but there are still plenty of ways to give, advocate and volunteer through United Way's LIVE UNITED in 2009 initiative.
  
GIVE 
For each holiday pie you purchase from Bakers Square, a dollar will be donated to United Way when you use this voucher (PDF).
 
ADVOCATE 
Send a free e-greeting to your family and friends from WarmSafeFed.org
 
VOLUNTEER
Many shelters and food programs need your help to keep their doors open. Sign up. 
Thanks to our LIVE UNITED in 2009 Sponsors: 
 
 LIVE UNITED in 2009 Sponsors




sweepstakesTime's Running Out for Sweepstakes Entries and Free Music!
 
Not only can you help families stay warm, safe and fed this season, but you can enjoy exclusive opportunities with your new or increased $25 gift:
 
Campaign Victory Sweepstakes 
Cub Foods Gift CardEnter for your chance to win a Victory motorcycle and make an impact in our community. The winner will get two $500 Cub Foods gift cards--one to keep, the other to help stock the pantries of a local food shelf. Enter now! 
 
Free Music

Emerging Artists Album CoverOur Emerging Artists by Emerging Leaders compilation album will be around for awhile, but the opportunity to get a free song won't last. Register to get a song today!







eventsNovember Hunger Event Recaps  

Hunger Forum 2009The first-ever Hunger Forum on November 10 (pictured right) brought key players together at General Mills Headquarters to figure out how we can solve hunger for good.
 
The second annual Walk to End Hunger brought hundreds to the Mall of America to give back before giving thanks on Thanksgiving with a 5K walk around the mall.
 
Visit our Events page and click on "Recent Events" for more details and photos from our hunger events. 




IN THIS ISSUE
 
 
 

The Experts' Desk
New reports available from United Way
 
State of the Economy: November 20, 2009
 
And check out our recent blog post about the increase in food stamp usage across the nation.
 

Important Year-end Tax Information
 
Take advantage of the great tax benefits with your charitable contribution this year: give online now.
 
For more information about tax receipts for 2009, visit our Website
 

 

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